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For the past couple of days, i've noticed that my left thumb keeps moving by itself. it started off with once a day & now a couple times a day?

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Mild localized spasm: cannot say in your particular case, but generally, this is a mild disorder usually associated with a lot of use. (it's like restless leg)

Answered 10/28/2015

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